Karl Champley

Australian native, Karl Champley, is an award-winning master builder, home inspector and environmental building consultant for commercial and residential construction in both the US and Australia. In the building trade since 1983, Karl has won countless awards for prominent large-scale remodels to the world-famous Glass House situated in the Royal Sydney Botanical Gardens. From colleges, libraries, restaurants, homes and even fire stations, Karl Champley's masterpieces have earned him well-deserved notoriety in the building industry.

With over 200 episodes on the DIY Network and HGTV, Karl is a familiar face and is sought after for his expertise. His Telly and Aurora-awarded shows, such as Wasted Spaces, DIY to the Rescue and DIY Inside are viewed in over 95 million homes in the US, and seen worldwide, as well as aired on US Airways, American Airlines and United Airlines.

Karl and the DIY Network joined forces with Dr. Phil to help out victims of Hurricane Katrina, and has hosted many Habitat for Humanity and Jimmy Carter workshop events around the country. Karl is also a passionate wildlife rescuer and proficient snake handler were he was on call 24/7 for the WIRES organization in Sydney, Australia to rescue native animals in distress.

Today, Karl is busier than ever, writing a new book due out in stores soon, and enjoying his many roles in the home building and entertainment industry. However, the most important role of his life is being a dedicated husband and father.

Catch Karl Champley LIVE every Saturday, or download an array of informative and fun podcasts!